Toshiba TDP-P4 User manual

TDP-P4
Digital Projector
USER’S GUIDE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Instructions iii
Introduction 1
Image Resolution 1
Compatibility 1
Unpacking the Projector 1
Usage Guidelines 3
If You Need Assistance 3
Setting up the Projector 5
Connecting a Computer 7
Connecting a Video Player 8
Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image 9
Turning Off the Projector 9
Using the Projector 11
Basic Image Adjustment 11
Adjusting the Projector 11
Using the Remote Control 12
Using the Keypad and Remote Buttons 14
Using the On-Screen Menus 16
Display Menu 17
Image Menu for Computer Sources 19
Image Menu for Video Sources 21
Control Menu 22
Advanced Menu 23
Language Menu 24
Status Menu 25
Maintenance & Troubleshooting 27
Cleaning the Lens 27
Replacing the Projection Lamp 27
Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control 31
Using the Security Lock 31
Troubleshooting 32

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Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s
Appendix 35
Specifications 35
Accessories 36
Portable and Laptop Activation Chart 38
Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer 43
Projected Image Size 44
Index 45

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read and follow all safety instructions provided BEFORE
using your new projector. Failure to comply with safety instruc-
tions may result in fire, electrical shock, or personal injury and
may damage or impair protection provided by equipment. Please
save all safety instructions.
Safety Definitions:
•Warning: Statements identify conditions or practices that
could result in personal injury.
•Caution: Statements identify conditions or practices that could
result in damage to your equipment.
Safety Symbols:
Attention: For information about usage of a feature, please
refer to the User’s Guide.
Warning: Hot surface. Do not touch.
An arrow pointing to the lamp door on the projector.
Safety Terms:
•Warning: Don’t look directly into the lens when the projector is
turned on.
•Warning: To replace the lamp, turn the projector off
and unplug the power cord. To avoid burns, wait 30 min-
utes before opening the lamp access grill. Follow all instruc-
tions provided in this User’s Guide.
•Warning: Please use the power cord provided.
•Warning: Refer all service to qualified service personnel. Ser-
vicing your own projector will void the warranty. See the fol-
lowing page for the customer service contact information.
•Caution: Don’t block ventilation openings.

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Safety Instructions
•Caution: Don’t set liquids on the projector. Spilled liquids may
damage your projector.
•Caution: Don’t place the projector on a hot surface or in direct
sunlight.
•Caution: Do not drop the projector. Transport the projector in a
vendor-approved case; refer to your Toshiba dealer or
projectors.toshiba.com for more information.
Important Operating Considerations
Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other soft covering
that may block the vents. In the unlikely event of the bulb ruptur-
ing, thoroughly clean the area in front of the projector and dis-
card any edible items placed in that area.
Customer Service
Please contact your Toshiba dealer for details.
Do not place objects in
this area in front of the projector
2ft(.6m)

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INTRODUCTION
The Toshiba TDP-P4 digital projector is specifically designed for
the mobile presenter. It generates crisp, clear images using Digital
Light Processing™ (DLP) technology, and features an
M1-DA type DVI connector for easy, built-in digital/analog and
USB connectivity. It is easy to connect, easy to use, easy to trans-
port, and easy to maintain.
Image Resolution
NOTE: The projector automati-
cally expands 640x480 and
800x600 images to 1024x768.
You can display these images at
their native resolutions using the
Resize option in the Image menu.
See page 19 for more information.
The XGA resolution of the TDP-P4’s projected image is 1024x768.
The projector is compatible with screen resolutions up to
1280x1024. If your computer’s screen resolution is higher than
1280x1024, reset it to a lower resolution before you connect the
projector.
Compatibility
The projector is compatible with a wide variety of computers and
video devices, including:
•IBM-compatible computers, including laptops, up to 1280x1024
resolution.
•Apple®Macintosh®and PowerBook®computers up to
1280x1024 resolution.
NOTE: The projector is compati-
ble with 1080i and 720P HDTV
formats.
•Most standard VCRs, DVD players, HDTV sources, camcord-
ers and laser disc players.
Unpacking the Projector
The projector comes with the items shown in Figure 1. Check to
make sure all are included. Contact your Toshiba dealer imme-
diately if anything is missing.
If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the
Quick Start card that was included in the shipping box. For com-
plete details on connecting and operating the projector, refer to
this User’s Guide.

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Introduction
FIGURE 1
Shipping box contents
1. TDP-P4 digital projector +
lens cap
5. Remote control
2. Soft carry case 6. Analog computer cable
3. User’s Guide, Quick Start
card, and CD
7. Composite video cable
4. Power cord 8. S-video cable
9. Macintosh adapter
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2
3
4
5
6
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FIGURE 2
Side view of projector
Usage Guidelines
•Do not look directly into the projection lens when the projector
is turned on. The bright light may harm your eyes.
•Do not block the grills on the projector. Restricting the air flow
can cause it to overheat and turn off. If this happens, you must
wait a minute before attempting to turn it back on.
•Handle the projector as you would any product with glass
components. Be especially careful not to drop it.
•Avoid leaving the projector in direct sunlight or extreme cold
for extended periods of time. If this happens, allow it to reach
room temperature before use.
•Transport the projector in a vendor-approved hard or soft case.
Part numbers for these cases are listed on page 37.
If You Need Assistance
The first place to look for help is in this manual. Be sure to check
the guidelines in “Troubleshooting” on page 32.
Please contact your Toshiba dealer for details.
security lock
power
cord
connector
power
switch
keypad
zoom ring focus ring
computer and video
connectors

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SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR
1Place the projector on a flat surface.
•The projector must be within 10 feet (3 m) of your power
source and within 6 feet (1.8 m) of your computer.
•If you want to project from behind a translucent screen, set
up the projector behind your screen. See “Rear Projection”
on page 23 to reverse the image.
2Position the projector the desired distance from the screen.
•If the image is too big or too small, use the zoom ring to
adjust the size or move the projector forward or backward.
Figure 3 shows three projected image sizes. For more infor-
mation about image size, see “Projected Image Size” on
page 44.
FIGURE 3
Projected image size at minimum zoom
3Make sure the projector and the computer are turned off.
3.0ft.
11.8ft.
7.1ft.
5 ft.12 ft.
20 ft.

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Setting up the Projector
NOTE: Before you continue,
make sure the projector and all
other equipment is turned off. If
you’re connecting a computer,
make sure the distance between it
and the projector is 6 feet or less.
FIGURE 4
Connector panel
FIGURE 5
Computer cable
NOTE: If you are connecting an
older Macintosh computer that
does not have a 15-pin connector,
use the Mac adaptor between the
computer and the projector.
in
video
power switch
computer
power cord
to computer video
to projector
to computer
to USB mouse